⛈️ Due to forecasted inclement weather, all after-school and evening activities for today, March 16, 2026, are canceled. YMCA child care and Boys and Girls Club will also be canceled.

For the latest updates and additional information, visit https://www.cpschools.com/emergency
about 1 month ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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Mrs. Atkins' latest multiplication fact masters!

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about 1 month ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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🎶 Fine and Performance Arts Month Spotlight! 🎙 Our latest district podcast episode highlights the powerful impact of music education across our division. In “From First Note to Full Ensemble,” Supervisor of Music Orion Burke and Deep Creek Middle School chorus director Taylor Mercier share how Chesapeake’s K–12 music pathway helps students discover their voice, build confidence, and find a sense of belonging. From the first notes in elementary music class to full ensembles in middle and high school, this episode celebrates the teachers, opportunities, and experiences that help students grow as musicians and leaders. 🎙️ Listen to the episode at cpschools.com/amplified or wherever you get your podcasts!

about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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From First Not to Full Ensemble with Orion Burke & Taylor Mercier Amplified: The Chesapeake Public Schools Podcast Episode 28
Our elementary students brought vocabulary to life at yesterday's Vocabulary Parade! From creative costumes to big smiles, our scholars showed off their favorite words and what they mean. It was a fun way to celebrate reading, learning, and imagination.

Way to go, students. We’re so proud of your creativity and love for words!

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about 2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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🍎 Your future starts here!

Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced educator, we want you on our teaching team in the City of Chesapeake! Join us at one of our upcoming hiring events:

1️⃣ Title I In-Person Job Fair

2️⃣ Virtual Teacher Job Fair

✨ We offer incredible perks for our educators, including:

  • ✅ Low-cost health insurance

  • ✅ Our own dedicated pharmacies & health clinics

  • ✅ A supportive professional community

🔗 See all benefits: https://www.cpschools.com/page/benefits

🎥 Check out this video highlighting our pharmacy: https://youtu.be/G5Do-FMSsaU

about 2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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The 3rd Graders all wore positive T-Shirt Messages today for Literacy Week!

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about 2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Mrs. Mathes' and Webster's classes had some crazy socks as well!

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about 2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Ms. Brown and her CRAZY SOCK DAY 3rd Graders!

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about 2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Elementary smiles + Seuss-style fun = the best kind of birthday celebration!

Today our students celebrated the birthday of Dr. Seuss with silly hats, rhyming games, and lots of reading magic. From wacky words to colorful characters, imaginations were running wild all day long!

Oh, the places they’ll go!
about 2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Congratulations to Mrs. Valentine's Multiplication Masters for 0-10 Facts!!!

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about 2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Our Black History Spirit Week wrapped up in style with an epic Sports & Music theme day! From legendary athlete jerseys to iconic artist-inspired fits, our Bruins showed up and showed out ! We celebrated the powerful impact of Black excellence in sports, music, culture, and beyond.

All week long, we honored the trailblazers who changed the game, broke barriers, and continue to inspire greatness every single day. Today was a reminder that history isn’t just something we learn about , it’s something we live, celebrate, and carry forward together.

Thank you to everyone who participated and brought the spirit, pride, and positive vibes. Bruins lead with heart, talent, and unity !

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about 2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Can you guess the decade???

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2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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We’re celebrating Black History Month in style all week long!

Our Spirit Week is all about honoring culture, history, and excellence ..and our school understood the assignment!

❤️💛💚 Pan-African Colors Day
The halls were filled with red, black, green, and gold as we showed unity, pride, and appreciation for the rich heritage and contributions of Black leaders past and present. The energy was unmatched!

Decades Day
From the smooth ‘70s to the fly ‘90s, our students and staff took us on a time-travel journey through iconic eras of Black culture. Afros, bell-bottoms, tracksuits, denim, and bucket hats? Say less. The creativity was EVERYTHING!

Dress to Impress .
Suits, heels, ties, dresses. Everyone showed up looking like future CEOs, entrepreneurs, artists, and leaders. Because excellence isn’t just history… it’s our future!

So proud of our school community for celebrating, learning, and shining together.

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2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Today we celebrated Pan African Flag Day! Mrs. Dollenmeyer and Ms. Brown's classes understood the assignment.

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2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Spring Picture Day is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, 2026. We look forward to capturing the smiles of our students as we head into the final months of the school year! Ordering information will be sent home prior to picture day so families can review package options in advance. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the school office!
2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Ms. Nixon's class represented NSU!


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2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Ms. Brown's class looks amazing in their HBCU swag for this first day of Black History Spirit Week!


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2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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Our amazing All City Choir members! So proud to have them representing WBI last night!

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2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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🌍 Join us for Around the World Family Night on March 5th! This event is a celebration of global cultures, packed with fun for the whole family.

✨ Live Performances
🎨 Hands-on Activities
🍕 FREE Pizza & Ice Cream!

📅 When: March 5, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Deep Creek High School

Let’s celebrate our diverse community together! This event is open to everyone.

🔗 RSVP here: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=51834265

This program is part of our Peake Parent University. For more information, please visit: https://www.cpschools.com/page/family-and-community-engagement/
2 months ago, Chesapeake Public Schools
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5th Grade Continued!

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2 months ago, Western Branch Intermediate
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